How To Fix OA402 - SAP ArchiveLink: Obj. type not assigned to storage syst.(Customizing) & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 402

• Message text: SAP ArchiveLink: Obj. type not assigned to storage syst.(Customizing) & &

What causes this issue?

A request was to be sent to a content server. The content server could
not accept the request as the assignment of object types to content
servers was not maintained.

System Response

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&WHAT_TO_DO& (for system administration)
Check the function "Links" in customizing:
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA402 - SAP ArchiveLink: Obj. type not assigned to storage syst.(Customizing) & & ?

  The SAP error message OA402 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of ArchiveLink, specifically that the object type is not assigned to a storage system in the customizing settings. This can prevent documents from being archived or retrieved properly.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object type you are trying to use for archiving or retrieving documents has not been assigned to a storage system in the ArchiveLink configuration.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type being used may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OA402 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OAC0 (ArchiveLink Customizing).
  Navigate to the section for "Object Types".
  Ensure that the object type you are using is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Object Type to Storage System:
  
  In the ArchiveLink Customizing, find the section for "Storage Systems".
  Check if the storage system is correctly defined and active.
  Assign the object type to the appropriate storage system. This is usually done in the "Assign Object Types to Storage Systems" section.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Type Definition:
  
  Ensure that the object type is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the transaction OAC0 under the "Object Types" section.
  If the object type is missing, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the ArchiveLink functionality and the specific object type.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the archiving or retrieval process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are still facing issues, refer to the SAP documentation or help portal for more detailed guidance on ArchiveLink configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAC0: ArchiveLink Customizing
  OAC2: ArchiveLink Object Types
  OAC3: ArchiveLink Storage Systems
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ArchiveLink and the OA402 error.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OA402 error and ensure that your ArchiveLink configuration is set up correctly.